Which money management app is right for you?

Managing money is hard. There are a lot of apps that claim to be the best at helping you manage money, but the best app for you might not be the best app for me and might not be the best app for my roommate and might not be the best app for grandma (you get the idea). How do you know what's going to work for you?

We've evaluated and organized the best money management apps, according to the type of consumer you are. We separated the apps into two major categories depending on how you organize your important information. Do you keep everything on Post-It Notes scattered around the house? Or do you keep data in a detailed Excel spreadsheet?

Whichever app you choose, the most important thing to do is stick with it. Not managing your money leaves you susceptible to a lot of terrible things – even something as simple as a late payment on a credit card bill can knock your credit score down and get you rejected by the landlord of that super cute apartment you just applied for. So do yourself a favor: download an app and actually use it.

Check out our 2x2 of the apps below, or keep scrolling for our take on them.

You keep important information... in a spreadsheet.

YNAB, as it is affectionately referred to, is a budgeting powerhouse and a philosophy. Probably the only spreadsheet program with an avid fan community.Available on desktop, mobile. $60.00 for a desktop license, comes with mobile apps.

MoneyWiz will help you track your spending, set up a budget, and sync it between all your devices, including the upcoming Apple Watch. What’s not to love?Available on desktop, mobile. $4.99 mobile, $24.99 desktop.

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